Hole Diggers

Today was a day we worked very hard! Bikeman, Stevie B and I worked all day digging holes for the piers (big columns of concrete). 42, last count. Stevie B took care of machine detail (ie he digged every single one of those darn holes), Bikeman dug out all of the extra dirt, and I cleared excess dirt from the holes and helped measure, got stuff etc etc. It doesn't sound very much but it took ages! We were so dirty at the end I actually looked like I had a bit of a tan! It was hard work but very rewarding. Next step - get some concrete poured into the holes, organise the temporary fence. Big thanks to Stevie B who worked his butt off all day, as did Bikeman who is now suffering with a sore back ... the price we pay! Prior to today, the extra site cut was completed so now you can clearly see the split level at the front and it goes back a longer way at the back. The kids around our area love it, it's like their own private bike jump! Bit of a problem now though, as there are up to 1.8m holes scattered around the block. Hence we need the temporary fence! On a personal note, the kids have had a wonderful christmas. They both got tool belts for christmas from us, so they think they're pretty good and can't wait to try out their hammers out at the block. As soon as I can work out the photo caper I'll post some ... hope you all have had a Merry Christmas and a have a great New Year!